This slow cooker 4-ingredient Amish chicken and sausage is the kind of practical, comforting supper that fits right into a busy family week. It has that old-fashioned country-cooking charm my family always loved: simple ingredients, very little fuss, and a hearty result that tastes like it simmered all day because it did. The chicken turns wonderfully tender, the sausage adds rich smoky flavor, and the broth brings everything together into a cozy meal that feels especially welcome on cool evenings.
Serve this over mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or fluffy rice to soak up all that savory broth. A side of green beans, cooked carrots, sweet corn, or a crisp garden salad rounds it out nicely, and warm dinner rolls or a slice of crusty bread make it even better for family-style suppers.
Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Amish Chicken and Sausage
Servings: 6
Ingredients
6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Directions
1. Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker if needed for easier cleanup. Arrange the chicken thighs in an even layer in the bottom of the cooker, then scatter the sliced smoked sausage over the top.
2. In a bowl or large measuring cup, stir together the condensed cream of chicken soup and chicken broth until mostly smooth. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and sausage.
3. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and very tender. If you like, gently spoon some of the broth over the top once or twice during cooking, but it is not necessary.
4. Give everything a gentle stir, then serve the chicken and sausage hot with plenty of broth spooned over your favorite side dish.
Variations & Tips
For picky eaters: Slice or shred the cooked chicken before serving so every bite gets a little sausage and sauce. Serving it over noodles or mashed potatoes can make it feel extra familiar and kid-friendly.
Add a little color: If you want to stretch the meal, add baby carrots or thick-cut onion slices during the first half of cooking. They soak up the broth nicely and turn this into more of a one-pot supper.
Make the sauce richer: For a thicker, creamier finish, let the dish rest uncovered for about 10 minutes before serving, then stir gently. The broth and soup will come together into a silkier sauce.
Choose the right sausage: Smoked sausage, kielbasa, or turkey sausage all work well here. A garlicky smoked sausage gives the dish the most old-fashioned, savory flavor.
Storage tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors deepen overnight, making this a wonderful next-day lunch spooned over rice or toast.
